Philippines Faces Widespread Vacancies in Local Posts Amid Election Postponement
Thousands of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) posts in the Philippines remain vacant following the 2023 elections due to resignations, deaths, or removals. With the next elections postponed to 2028, these vacancies are expected to increase, raising concerns about voters' representation and local governance.
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